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Geraldo Rivera Suffered a Broken Nose in On-Air Brawl - November 3, 1988

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On this day, November 3, 1988, talk show host Geraldo Rivera suffered a broken nose during a racially charged brawl that erupted on the set of his show. The incident occurred while filming an episode that featured a heated discussion involving white supremacists, activists, and audience members, leading to an on-air physical altercation that quickly escalated. The shocking event made headlines, highlighting the intense and often controversial nature of Rivera’s shows in the late ’80s.

Who remembers hearing about this incident? Did you watch Rivera’s show during this period?
 
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